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Why you should be watching ‘Kings of Con’

Seeing as the cast of Firefly are doing a show set in a similar realm on the same network, on paper at least, this show should not exist. Thankfully though, Kings of Con is very much alive and being obscenely well received by almost all of its audience. With names like Tim Omundson, Michael Cudlitz, … >

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‘Apple Tree Yard’ Episode 1 review: Emily Watson is magnificent

“I can’t plead biology. Sex may be an animal pleasure but adultery, I’m discovering, is a human one.” Westminster is a place that has seen many historic speeches, political scandals and let’s be honest, a few extra marital quickies too. It is in these famous halls Yvonne (Emily Watson) meets a confident stranger determined to be … >

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‘Unforgotten’ Season 2 Episode 3 review: Walker and Bhaskar are compelling

We are now midway through the second season of ITV’s gripping crime drama. DCI Cassie Stuart and her colleague DS Sunny Khan (Nicola Walker and Sanjeev Bhaskar) continue to demonstrate a relaxed working relationship with each other which makes compelling viewing. The pair’s acting is never contrived, never competitive, but both seem to intuitively know the next … >

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‘Sherlock’ (2010-2017): A eulogy

There’s no denying that Sherlock was a juggernaut of a show. It changed the way we experienced TV with its slick on screen text display, surreal imagery and its lovable yet flawed characters. With ‘The Final Problem’ all wrapped up, the fandom is now divided. Some want another season while others are happy with the … >

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Has ‘Sherlock’ lost the plot?

With the lowest viewing figures since the acclaimed BBC drama began, ‘The Final Problem’ begged the question: has Sherlock lost the plot? The elaborate storylines of the fourth season finale stretched the bounds of credibility to its limits, and whether its adventurous approach to story-telling was a bold or a foolish move depends on your … >

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Why do teens connect so well with ‘Our Girl’?

Our Girl the army drama, recently re-surfacing on our screens, has become extremely popular in all age groups, from teens to adults. But why do us teens love it so much? Why do we find it so easy to connect with? The exciting storyline kept me constantly gripped, but what made the programme so relatable … >

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7 things ‘Sherlock’ fans loved about ‘The Lying Detective’

Right, ok, anyone here need a shock blanket? Because that was an emotional roller-coaster and a half. Here are seven things we loved about ‘The Lying Detective’…   There’s still something about Mary Before I get onto the major revelations of the episode, I speculated last week how I think the series would progress with … >

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